Doctor Who Airs Interstellar Song Contest Episode During Eurovision Final

The upcoming Doctor Who episode titled "The Interstellar Song Contest" features Rylan Clark playing himself as a presenter for a space-themed song contest inspired by the Eurovision Song Contest. The episode, airing on May 17 to coincide with the Eurovision Final, stars Ncuti Gatwa as the Doctor and Varada Sethu as his companion Belinda, who find themselves on a space station hosting the contest. Written by Juno Dawson and directed by Ben A. Williams, the episode combines elements of competition, survival, and unexpected twists, with a storyline described as "Die Hard meets Eurovision." Guest stars include Freddie Fox as a horned villain and Kadiff Kirwan, alongside real-life Eurovision personalities like Graham Norton. The episode is part of a season that pays homage to Eurovision's detail and spectacle, with the Doctor also serving as the UK's Eurovision spokesperson during the real contest. The broadcast is strategically scheduled to align with other major events like the FA Cup Final and Eurovision, making it a highlight of "Super Saturday" for fans.